I''m working with a Housing Association in Manchester to appoint an Interim Head of Finance on a 6-month contract.This role is very much hands-on and analytical, with a strong emphasis on financial modelling, forecasting and scenario planning to support strategic decision-making at senior level. It''s suited to someone comfortable operating at pace and adding value quickly in an interim capacity.The RoleReporting into senior leadership, you''ll take ownership of key financial planning and modelling activity, providing robust insight to support business planning, investment decisions and longer-term strategy.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the development and refinement of complex financial models to support business planning and investment decisionsDeliver detailed forecasts, scenario analysis and sensitivity modellingSupport budgeting and reforecasting cycles, ensuring assumptions are robust and clearly articulatedAct as a trusted finance partner to senior stakeholders, translating financial data into clear, actionable insightProvide financial analysis to support risk management and performance monitoringEssential RequirementsProven experience working within the social housing sectorStrong background in financial planning, analysis and financial modellingAdvanced Excel and strong analytical capabilityAbility to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholdersComfortable operating in an interim role, quickly understanding the organisation and adding valu